removes the qualifying condition list so that any Mainer can use medical marijuana so long as their doctor thinks it would be helpful for them; eliminates the requirement that a patient must designate a caregiver or dispensary as their sole provider, allowing for more patient choice; adds two more dispensaries to the existing eight dispensaries and removes the cap on the dispensaries after January 1, 2021; allows for caregivers to open storefronts, if the town approves; and much more…you can read a summary of the changes here.

These reforms are a win for the patients and the industry, and a hearty “Congratulations!” is in order for everyone that worked hard to make this happen.